Maintenance Engineer

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are seeking to fill a national consultancy position of Maintenance Engineer. The position will be based in the Facilities Management Branch at our Headquarters in Rome, Italy for an initial period of 6 months, with possibility of extension up to 11 months.

As the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. WFP saves lives by getting food to the hungry, quickly. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. This is achieved through programmes that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, resilient communities that are more food secure. WFP has developed expertise in a range of areas including Emergency Planning and Response, Food Security Analysis, Nutrition, Food Procurement and Logistics to ensure the best solutions for the world's hungry. On average, WFP aims to reach more than 90 million people with food assistance in more than 73 countries.

Reporting to the Head of Section and a senior Maintenance Engineer, the Consultant will be providing support and assistance on the management and supervision of all major installations and maintenance services at our Headquarters.

Key duties will include:

• Ensure the regular maintenance of all major installations, including the identification of problems and the discussion with appropriate and specialised contractors;
• Prepare tender specifications for the supply and/or maintenance of the site and its equipment;
• Develop procedures for preventive and routine maintenance of all site equipment and fittings;
• Make proposals for the selection of new equipment and materials;
• Supervise and ensure that works done by contractors are performed promptly and according to specifications;
• Liaise with local utility suppliers;
• Ensure that fire and industrial safety standards are followed at all times;
• Prepare budgets for all site related works and monitor expenditures;
• Prepare periodic reports on the economic and financial aspects of site management;
• Ensure compliance with WFP's policies, criteria and procedures;
• Supervise & support staff involved in site management;
• Provide training and technical guidance in their work;
• Develop cost estimates and schedules;
• Review design and tender submittals;
• Monitor quality and schedules for maintenance work;
• Monitor energy consumption and recommend measures to realize energy savings and efficiencies;
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

• University degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering degree preferred); or relevant building facilities management qualifications. Professional or chartered accreditation by a national or international regulatory authority is desirable.

Experience:

• At least five (5) years of postgraduate, progressively responsible professional experience in facility management and maintenance with greater independence and decision-making authority;

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Experience and/or training utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard software packages and systems;
• In-depth knowledge of AUTOCAD required;
• Knowledge of integrated Facility Management systems is desirable;
• Knowledge of green building practices is also desirable.

Language:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Italian.

Results Expected:

• Working environment is managed in a cost-effective and safe manner;
• Active participation in the budget preparation and cost control.

Critical Success Factors:

• Excellent hands-on technical and problem solving skills; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor contractors; ability to supervise and monitor staff; negotiating skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work in a team and establish effective working relationships with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds; ability to cope with situations which may threaten health or safety; flexibility in accepting work assignments outside normal desk description; ability to use computer software such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, AutoCAD, MS Vision, Net Browers; ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Terms and Conditions

Only candidates living in Italy and in possession of a valid work permit who are within commuting distance of WFP Rome headquarters at the time of application are eligible for consideration. WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP. www.wfp.org Click on: 'Our work' and 'Countries' to learn more about WFP's operations. www.unstaffmobility.org Learn more about countries where the UN operates.

Application Procedures: Go to: i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/15-0017488 Step 1: Register and create your online CV. Step 2: Click on 'Description' to read the position requirements and 'Apply' to submit your application. NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications: 6 April 2015 WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. REF: 15-0017488 Fighting Hunger Worldwide www.wfp.org

Application Information: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/olcv/FileReqDesc?reqcode=15-0017488